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Meditation for Calmness, Clarity and Compassion

Concordia University, Loyola Chapel 7141 Sherbrooke St. West, Montreal

Having a restless, unsettled mind is pretty common, perhaps especially these days when there is so much distraction from social media. Insight (vipassana) meditation can give us skills to collect and calm the mind, which helps us feel greater stability and well-being. Clarity comes when we don't get so pulled into habits of thinking, moods and emotions that come up, because our minds are more calm. And we connect with a natural sense of compassion for ourselves and the world around us as we come to know our own minds with kindness and honesty. These qualities of calmness, clarity and compassion are key developments in insight meditation practice, and we will explore them with teachings and experiential practices during the daylong retreat. The day will include meditation instruction, sitting and walking meditation, guided practices and a talk and discussion, with opportunities for questions in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Everyone is welcome: beginners and more experienced practitioners. Space is limited! This event will be limited to 35 participants. Registration Information Cost: Sliding scale: $25 (students, unemployed, retired) - $40 (regular fee) - $50 (supporter fee). TNI is dedicated to offering affordable rates to all. Our sliding scale fees allow retreatants to pay according to their financial means. Please contact us if you need to request a further reduction in rate. Free-will donations (dana) to Daryl to support her teaching practice will be invited at the end of the day. Registrations can only be done through this website. It is not possible to register through Concordia website. What to bring: Cushions are provided for sitting on the floor and chairs are also available. If you prefer to sit on a meditation bench, please bring your own. Wear comfortable clothing. There will be a 45 minute break for lunch, and we encourage you to bring something...

$25 – $50

*CANCELLED* Mindfulness: Remembering to be Present and Kind

This silent retreat will introduce Buddhist teachings on mindfulness clearly and practically. Participants will be offered guidance to bring mindfulness into daily life to meet our relationships, work and responsibilities with awareness and an open heart.

$300 – $400

Waking Up in Our Lives: Living Meditation (an afternoon retreat)

Yoga on the Park Studio 5582 Sherbrooke St. West (metro Vendome, aut #105), Montreal

Doing meditation practice in a quiet room by ourselves or with others gives us a way to ground ourselves, find some inner space and learn to not get so hooked by our habitual reactions. Another important dimension of practice is living with mindfulness and compassion in everyday relationships and activities. As meditation deepens it becomes a way of life: we bring more calm and kindness into our relationships and activities, and the challenging people and moments can be opportunities to see where we are still stuck in old habits.We recognize that everyone and every situation can teach us to become more aware and compassionate. Life itself becomes our practice. The afternoon retreat will include meditation instruction, sitting and walking meditation, guided practices and a talk and discussion, with opportunity for questions in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Everyone is welcome: beginners and more experienced practitioners. The teachings will be given in English; questions and comments in French are welcome. Space is limited! This event will be limited to 32 participants. Registration Information: Cost: Sliding scale: $30 (students, unemployed, retired) - $40 (regular fee) - $50 (supporter fee). TNI is dedicated to offering affordable rates to all. Our sliding scale fees allow retreatants to pay according to their financial means. Please contact us if you need to request a further reduction in rate. Free-will donations (dana) to Daryl and to True North Insight will be invited at the end of the day. What to bring: Cushions and blankets are provided for sitting on the floor and chairs are also available at the studio. If you prefer to sit on a bench, please bring your own. Wear comfortable clothing. There will be a 15 minute tea break, and you are welcome to bring a light snack. Cancellation: You may cancel and receive a reimbursement of your...

$30 – $50